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As we become more aware of the effects of climate change, more people are making changes to reduce their environmental impact. Most people are trying to reduce their use of single use plastics or shop organically. But we often forget about one of our least sustainable practices; wasting food. In

Should I Buy a Solar Battery?

If you’re looking to save more on your energy bill, then a solar battery probably seems like the next most logical decision. While solar batteries are great for maximising your solar system and becoming more self-sufficient, there are a few important things to consider before taking the leap. How much

Top 3 Things I Learnt From The Barefoot Investor

When my friends first started telling me about the barefoot investor my daily expenses accounted for most of my wage and I couldn’t see how I could stretch my money any further. I desperately wanted to save more money, but I was convinced I didn’t have anything left to spare.

How to Build a Sustainable Home

If you’re thinking of building a new home, there are many reasons why you should make it a sustainable one. A sustainable home is not only beneficial for the environment, it will also decrease your energy consumption and help save money long term. There is often a misconception that building

Top Easter Activities for Isolation

There is nothing quite like being together with family for the holidays, and Easter is no exception. But this year, Easter is going to be a little different. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, you may not be able to travel and be with loved ones on this holiday. That doesn’t mean

How to Become ‘Business Fit’ Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the way a lot of us live and work has drastically changed. Many businesses, big and small, are feeling the effects of the outbreak. By using this global pandemic as an opportunity to reflect on your business, it can help you recognise any inefficiencies

Time, Money & COVID-19

COVID-19 has changed our lives as we know it. Only the conspiracy theorists could have seen this coming. Many people have had their worlds turned upside down and have been laid off from their jobs. Thankfully, our government seems to be coming to the party and making it manageable for

Give your Business a COVID-19 Health Check

COVID-19 has changed our day-to-day lives. If you work in an office, chances are you’re now doing it from home. The adjustment is difficult and there are a lot of negative consequences that have come from this. However, there are positives too. Now is the perfect time to reassess your

COVID-19 Business Update

Dear valued customers, We have undertaken measures to limit the spread of COVID-19 and ensure the safety of out staff and customers. At this point in time, we have very limited staff members working in our head office and all other staff are working from home. Our office is closed

Top Seven Tips for Budgeting Your Home Business

Let’s be honest, sticking to a budget is not an easy task! However, it is a rather rewarding one when done correctly. By creating a sustainable, yet realistic budget for your business, it allows you to: Manage money effectively; Determine a plan to meet future objectives; Monitor performance; and Identify